As a self-confessed comfort dresser and fashion person, there's one dead give away that tells me whether someone shares my style philosophy—wearing trainers that are in fashion.
I gave in to the pull of trainers a long time ago. Nowadays, you’ll find me sporting my scuffed-up cream Converse Chuck 70s on a near-daily basis. I can happily wear these trusty soles all day long without them pinching my feet, but that’s not the only reason I love them. They also go with the majority of my wardrobe, infusing all my outfits with an ‘I just threw it on’ attitude.
This year, I’m determined to branch out from my well-worn Converse and try out some new trending trainer styles. And to make the task simpler, six key designs have emerged over the past couple of months that the fashion world has fallen head over heels for. While the spring/summer 2025 runway helps us to see which trends will be popular in the future, if you keep up with celebrity style or spend your evenings scrolling Instagram, you'll easily be able to detect what trainer styles are in fashion now. Presuming there are others like me who are seeking box-fresh to see them through 2025 (and beyond), I’ve rounded up all the trainers that are in fashion, ahead.
From Adidas’ retro-style runners to Gola’s colourful kicks, head on down to see and shop 2025's defining sneaker styles.
The 6 Trainer Styles That Are in Fashion, Now and Forever:
1. Suede Trainers
Style Notes: From Miu Miu's sold-out collaboration with New Balance to Dries Van Noten's lust-worthy tennis shoes, suede trainers are taking over. Designers may have led the charge, but there are so many expensive-looking high-street options.
Shop Brown Trainers:
We love the contrasting laces.
Fashion girls love these classic trainers, and celebrity style set and 2025 Oscars red carpet is telling us anything, it's that powder pink is the colour worth investing in.
Your friends will never know these are from the high street.
The retro fit is so chic.
2. Puma Speedcats
Style Notes: Suede trainers is a trend Puma tapped into early with the release of their now cult-status Speedcats. From the pink pair worn by Emily Ratajkowski to the classic red shade adored by Jennifer Lawrence, these motorcross inspired shoes are only heating up.
Shop Brown Trainers:
We love the contrasting laces.
Divisive, but I love this mustard shade.
Cobalt blue never goes out of style.
This pink iteration feels so ready for summer.
3. Asics Gel
Style Notes: If you’re looking for a starter sneaker, this is it. The chunky design is the perfect mix of sporty and sleek, especially if you opt for the multi-colour versions. I know so many people who own these, and not one of them has a bad word to say.
Shop Asics:
Asics's are known for their metallic accents.
A powder pink hue is the perfect subtle pop of colour..
Sky blue is a spring colour trend of note in 2025.
There's something super sleek about an all-black trainer, and this Asics x Cecilie Bahnsen style is at the top of my wishlist.
4. Gola Classics
Style Notes: Gola's sneakers are functional and stylish, featuring versatile hues and comfy soles. The hard part is deciding which colour combination to go for…
Shop Gola:
How cool are those contrast laces?
Made even better by the fact they're part-recycled.
Imagine these with leggings and a sweatshirt at the weekend.
This colourway is surprisingly versatile.
5. Colourful Adidas
Style Notes: We know Adidas sneakers are having a moment, and have been for well over a year now. But vibrant iterations in particular are shaping up to be one of 2025's dominant trainer trends. If fashion people had to come together and save just one sneaker style, I’d place my money on it being either the Samba or Gazelle—both of which are refreshingly affordable at just under £100.
Shop Adidas:
Blue looks so good with light or dark wash denim.
The gum sole is classic, but this feels like a fresh take.
Red seems to be all the fashion set can wear right now.
To brighten up your outfits.
6. Onitsuka Tiger Mexico
Style Notes: It seems like retro-style runners are gaining momentum rather than losing it to ultra-modern styles. Onitsuka Tiger hits the mark with its nostalgic Mexico trainer, an easy shape available in bold and toned-down colourways.
Shop Onitsuka Tiger:
Pair these with a midi dress and cardigan as it gets warmer.
A very ’70s colourway.
This pair has a super luxe feel.
Understated yet cool, the beige style is right at the top of my list.
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